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To: scarface367
we shouldn't obey the law if we don't feel like it?

Bad laws should never be obeyed. Not because one does not feel like it, but because obeying it establshes a precedent that the bad law is somehow right or ok.

Military persons are taught that they are not required to obey an unlawful order. Should civilians be allowed less?

No.

128 posted on 10/04/2007 7:18:36 AM PDT by Bear_Slayer (When liberty is outlawed only outlaws will have liberty.)
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To: Bear_Slayer
Bad laws should never be obeyed. Not because one does not feel like it, but because obeying it establshes a precedent that the bad law is somehow right or ok.

Military persons are taught that they are not required to obey an unlawful order. Should civilians be allowed less?

Apples and oranges. A "bad law" that has been established through the constitutionally-defined process should be obeyed. If you don't like it, feel free to work through appropriate channels to change it.

Military persons are taught not to obey unlawful orders - NOT to disobey lawful orders they don't feel are appropriate.

143 posted on 10/04/2007 8:21:02 AM PDT by NittanyLion
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To: Bear_Slayer
Military persons are taught that they are not required to obey an unlawful order.

Laws against vandalism are not unlawful orders.

151 posted on 10/04/2007 10:03:55 AM PDT by scarface367 (The problem is we have yet to find a cure for stupid)
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